Matilpi Designs - Carrie Matilpi and Cory Bigcharles

Carrie was born in 1976 in Vancouver. She is Kwak'waka'wakw from Alert Bay and her crest is Kolus, the baby Thunderbird. She began her apprenticeship in 1994 under her father, master artist Charles Harper. Other major artistic influences are her uncles Douglas and Glen Harper, and Dennis and George Matilpi, all well known Northwest Coast Native Artists. Her silver and gold engraving are characterized by deep carving and traditional design elements.

Corey is Cree. He was born in Edmonton in 1974. He moved to Vancouver when he was a teenager, and he's been deeply involved in Northwest Coast art and culture since then. He works together with Carrie to produce stunning original jewelry pieces. Cory's specialties are stone setting, gemstone carving, and repouse and chasing.

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About Cheryl's Trading Post

Cheryl’s Trading Post is an independent Native family owned, operated, and staffed business selling authentic handmade Native art. We focus primarily on local Northwest Coast Native Art. We also have products from across Canada and the United States.